Jennifer E. Boyd Expands Executive Leadership Role at Lyric Opera of Chicago, Advancing People-Centered Culture and Operational Excellence

The Lyric Opera of Chicago proudly announces the expanded executive leadership role of Jennifer Elaine Boyd, a seasoned Human Resources leader with more than 20 years of experience guiding people, culture, and organizational strategy across large-scale nonprofit institutions. In July 2025, Boyd was promoted to further expand her executive responsibilities, broadening her portfolio beyond People and Culture to include oversight of Front-of-House Operations, Environmental Health and Safety, and Security. This expansion significantly increased her scope of influence and direct supervision to more than 70 employees.

As Vice President of People and Culture, Boyd provides executive oversight of HR strategy, employee experience, talent development, and inclusion initiatives for a workforce of more than 1,000 employees across union and non-union roles, making Lyric Opera of Chicago one of the nation’s largest cultural arts nonprofits.  Within this complex organizational environment, Boyd’s people-centered leadership plays a critical role in aligning people, purpose, and performance. She is widely recognized for her ability to navigate multifaceted institutional structures and design thoughtful, values-driven solutions that strengthen workplace culture while delivering measurable organizational results.

Among her signature contributions, Boyd is the architect of Life at Lyric, a comprehensive employee experience framework, and the founder of Community Resource Networks, which foster connection, inclusion, and engagement across departments. A trusted advisor to senior leadership and Board committees, she brings deep expertise in equity-focused leadership and organizational strategy, ensuring that people, purpose, and performance remain aligned at every level of the institution.

Boyd holds an MBA in Human Resources Management and a BBA in Management from Roosevelt University, with additional international business studies at Regent’s College London and European Business School. Her leadership has been recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business, naming her one of the 2020 Notable Leaders in HR, and she is an active member of the NAACP Chicago Far-South Suburban Branch.

With her expanded responsibilities, Jennifer E. Boyd continues to shape a workplace culture rooted in inclusion, operational excellence, and shared purpose — strengthening the Lyric Opera of Chicago from the inside out while helping position arts organizations for long-term sustainability and impact and setting a powerful example of people-first leadership in the arts and nonprofit sector.

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International Abstract Artist Sonia Roseval Celebrated for Global Achievements and Expanding Creative Influence

Acclaimed abstract artist Sonia Roseval continues to earn international recognition for her minimalist, refined, and technically masterful body of work. With over 25 years of dedicated artistic practice, Roseval has built a career defined by precision, depth, and the harmonious interplay of geometric and organic forms. Her work resonates globally and is held in multiple private and institutional collections across North America and beyond.

Known for her serious, minimalist aesthetic, Roseval explores both monochrome and vibrant palettes, producing abstract compositions that balance discipline with emotional movement. Her portfolio spans black-and-white works, nuanced watercolor abstractions, and intricate ink and line studies—each reflecting decades of meticulous exploration and artistic evolution.

A Distinguished Artistic Voice

Roseval’s practice is rooted in clarity, subtlety, and a deep commitment to visual integrity. Influenced by artists such as Xavier Veilhan and Lee Bae, she forges her own path within contemporary abstract art, creating work that appeals to collectors with a refined eye for balance, restraint, and conceptual nuance. Her work has gathered notable market interest in Japan and Korea, where minimalist and monochrome traditions align closely with her visual philosophy.

Awards & International Recognition

Sonia Roseval’s artistic excellence has been honored with major awards and distinctions, including:

• Harmony for Humanity Art Prize, 2024
• International Prize – Leonardo da Vinci, Milan, 2024
• ART VIRTUOSO – Elite Artistic Career Achievement, 2024
• AIMPE Honorable Mention, 2023
• International Prize Phoenix for the Arts, Venice, 2024

Her work has also been featured in global catalogues including Harmony for Humanity 2023–2024, ART VIRTUOSO 2024, and Art in America Guide 2024, as well as Les Cent Vingt du Cercle des Artistes Peintres du Québec by Guy Robert.

In 2024, Roseval received a notable review from Perrotin Gallery, Paris, further highlighting her growing international impact.
(Review link: https://share.google/IoGeSgRiE5Me14LtK)

Prominent Collections & Institutional Presence

Roseval’s work appears in respected private collections throughout Victoria, Toronto, New York, and in major institutions including:

• Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, D.C.
• Aquarium Foundation Montreal
• Collection de l’Assemblée Nationale du Québec

Her art has also been donated to socially supportive causes, including Lawyers Without Borders, aligning her artistic values with humanitarian engagement.

Media & Cultural Impact

Her artistic presence extends to film and editorial media, with her work featured on the set of the 2024 film “Mlle. Bottine.” Roseval was also showcased on the cover of Revue Plastir (France), Issue #72, 2024, and previously profiled in Issue #68 by Munir Samy.
(Article: https://www.plasticites-sciences-arts.org/plastir-68-03-2023/)

Her reflective project “Pour Conversation Avec Mon Père” further emphasizes her dedication to conceptual depth and emotional resonance.

Artist Background

A lifelong autodidact, Sonia Roseval has refined her craft through continuous exploration, discipline, and a pursuit of purity in line, form, and composition. Her artistic archive and portfolio can be viewed at:
soniarosevalartist.net

About Sonia Roseval

Sonia Roseval is an internationally recognized abstract artist whose minimalist, technically refined compositions reflect over two decades of mastery. Working across ink, watercolor, and mixed media, she creates geometric and organic abstractions that embody clarity, emotional resonance, and visual harmony. Her work is held in prestigious collections and captures the interest of global audiences drawn to depth, restraint, and contemporary abstract purity.

Worldwide Women’s Association Member Sonia Roseval is looking forward to networking with you.